Question:
Want to take body measurements pre-op to compare with after surgery.

What body parts should I measure? Post-ops - Are there any that you wish you had taken?    — Amy W. (posted on February 7, 2003)

February 7, 2003
It's amazing that you truly lose weight from EVERYWHERE on your body. Today I was painting my toenails and noticed how small my feet look these days. I measure everywhere...wrists, neck, ankles, upper arms, thighs, rib area, etc. You'll be amazed! I think I would have measured my head had I thought about it ;o)
   — Samantha S.

February 7, 2003
Measure your neck, your upper arms, your bust, your waist, your hips, your upper leg, lower leg, ankles and even your exact foot size...as all of these places will shrike over time. Believe it or not...your head may get smaller! Take a picture the day of surgery...then 1 every month after wards...that's the best way to see the results. :-)
   — Renee B.

February 7, 2003
hiya. i have a chart on my website that you can use for measurements...it has all kinds of body parts listed! good luck, kate www.geocities.com/katebme2002
   — jkb

February 7, 2003
I looked at Kate's list and it's what I track also, with the addition of shoe and ring sizes. I track my measurements monthly and I also write down the size of my pants and shirts at that point in time. I also keep a journal for how I feel different due to the weight loss. Like the time I had to move my car seat up a notch because my butt and stomach weren't taking up as much room. Like the time I reached to scratch my back and discovered I have shoulder blades. I am looking forward to being able to cross my legs. Good luck to you.
   — Yolanda J.

February 7, 2003
The only thing I would add to the list is to measure your shoulders. I put the measuring tape around my shoulders..just between the shoulder and upper arm, where I would wear a shawl...and I have lost 6 inches from there in three months. My measurements are posted on my profile if you want to see the change in such a short time.
   — TanaMom2JAM